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Forum: Antennas 4-Jan-2015, 9:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 99,669
Posted By Tim
Antennas Direct 91XG Water Infiltration of Balun?

We had 4 inches of rain in our area overnight and today I am experiencing low signal strength on UHF stations. My antenna system is a 91XG for UHF and a Y10713 on VHF combined with a UVSJ and then...
Forum: Help With Reception 2-Jan-2015, 9:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 17,905
Posted By Tim
The Channel Master is a good distribution amp. Be...

The Channel Master is a good distribution amp. Be sure to put a 75 ohm terminator (http://www.amazon.com/Type-75-Ohm-Terminator-Pack/dp/B000AAN76Y/ref=pd_bxgy_e_img_y) on any unused ports.

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Forum: Help With Reception 2-Jan-2015, 3:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 17,905
Posted By Tim
Isolating the problem

You have a very good signal report for the 5 stations you are interested in. To isolate where the problem is, I would suggest installing a TV at the end of the 75' cable from the antenna without...
Forum: Help With Reception 2-Jan-2015, 2:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 15,485
Posted By Tim
Doesn't look too promising except for CBS on 11...

Doesn't look too promising except for CBS on 11 and PBS on 15. Bummer!
Forum: Help With Reception 31-Dec-2014, 4:10 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 76,732
Posted By Tim
Looking at your report, it looks like both of...

Looking at your report, it looks like both of them need to be on the roof. You should separate them about 4 feet apart on the mast or more. By the way, the Y10713 is for Hi VHF channels 7-13. If you...
Forum: Help With Reception 30-Dec-2014, 2:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 13,060
Posted By Tim
Thanks much! I had perused the web site, but...

Thanks much! I had perused the web site, but guess I overlooked it :-(
Forum: Help With Reception 30-Dec-2014, 2:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 13,060
Posted By Tim
Can VHF Element be added to Clearstream 2

Is it possible to add a VHF element to a Clearstream 2 antenna?
Forum: Help With Reception 29-Dec-2014, 1:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 17,605
Posted By Tim
More info...

It would be helpful to know which stations you are currently receiving well plus which stations you would like to receive that you don't get now or have a poor signal. Report back using the 'real'...
Forum: Help With Reception 27-Dec-2014, 6:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 16,941
Posted By Tim
No, it does not. A power supply would have...

No, it does not. A power supply would have absolutely no effect on the signal and it would make no sense for the installer to put one in your installation unless there is an amplifier somewhere in...
Forum: Help With Reception 26-Dec-2014, 4:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 23,931
Posted By Tim
Having recently helped some friends with TV...

Having recently helped some friends with TV antennas in both Blairsville (getting 9, 12 &13 from Chattanooga from a 60 ft tower) and Cleveland (getting 36 from Greenville and 24, 31, & 51 from...
Forum: Help With Reception 25-Dec-2014, 3:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 28,634
Posted By Tim
Which are the stations that are 'must haves' for...

Which are the stations that are 'must haves' for you?
Forum: Help With Reception 9-Dec-2014, 10:33 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 41,669
Posted By Tim
I highly recommend silicone fusing tape for...

I highly recommend silicone fusing tape for sealing antenna connectors. I use it outdoors on ham radio antenna connectors and it provides a perfect seal without being sticky or tacky. After about 24...
Forum: Help With Reception 7-Dec-2014, 9:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 15,071
Posted By Tim
Most excellent idea!

Most excellent idea!
Forum: Help With Reception 7-Dec-2014, 7:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 15,071
Posted By Tim
The unit is a first floor condo with very limited...

The unit is a first floor condo with very limited space to mount an antenna outside. Even with vegetation and surrounding structures I would think outdoors would be better than indoors.
Forum: Help With Reception 7-Dec-2014, 5:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 15,071
Posted By Tim
Waipahu, Hi (Oahu) Antenna Recommendation

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Looks like both VHF-hi and UHF LOS signals coming from about 116 and 252 degrees with NM between 37 and 65...
Forum: Help With Reception 7-Dec-2014, 2:06 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 11,138
Posted By Tim
Talking Acworth, GA (Atlanta) New Install

Thanks for finally approving me for posting. In the four weeks that I have been waiting I used the TV Signal Analysis results for my location and all the previous posts on the board to plan and...
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